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Historical Emporium Reviews & Ratings



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Historical Emporium Customer Reviews, Week Ending 2014-09-14

Williealena
VA, United States
2014-09-14
First of all I must say Thank You! My daughter plans on having a Victorian/ Steampunk themed wedding next October, and thanks to your site and wonderful selection of clothing and accessories I am able to come up with some wonderful outfits for myself, my husband and our youngest daughter. The clothing is beautiful and affordable, and I plan on shopping from you more in the future.
Bryan B
KY, United States
2014-09-14
I enjoy shopping with this website because of the variety of clothing ect. Having it all at one site makes comparing products that much easier. I have always received my order in a week or less which is much appreciated.
Russell
FL, United States
2014-09-13
Overall I am quite satisfied. My only complaint is that the bottom button on the vest fell off while I was unpacking it. Close inspection of the vest revealed less than professional button holes as well. My wife can fix the problems.
GLK
MO, United States
2014-09-12
I was happy with the shopping experience and the products. Great for Civil War reenactment. Thanks
Thomas C
MA, United States
2014-09-12
Great products used for my antique car shows
Paul
WA, United States
2014-09-12
Although the clothes are on the small size for bigger people the customer service was great. They were nice and helped me out a lot.
Renzo
WI, United States
2014-09-12
Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you
Pete & Diane
WI, United States
2014-09-12
To date, all of the product received are excellent! We're very pleased with quality of all items purchased and your customer service staff was very helpful.
Anonymous Customer
2014-09-12
Always helpful on the phone, many products are made here in the USA (all the clothes that I've bought from Gentlemans Emporium so far have been made in the USA) and the products are always as advertised and very good quality. My wife always says I look dapper and that's worth every penny!
Mike B. M
PA, United States
2014-09-12
Very Happy with the service and response.
Jose
NY, United States
2014-09-12
Great looking and well made vest.
Bernie
AZ, United States
2014-09-12
Great product . Top notch in quality, construction, shipping and professionally packaging.
H. Fregeole
FL, United States
2014-09-12
The items I ordered were received in just a few days (as stated ) and were just as described. I will order from gentlemansemporium again and recommend them to my friends .
Brother W
NC, United States
2014-09-12
The real deal-finally a suit that is not off the rack. It's me ! Amen.
cl
MA, United States
2014-09-12
Beautiful work, great value.
slr1956
FL, United States
2014-09-12
I purchased men's Trousers and suspenders. Excellent quality. I also purchased ladies lace finger less gloves that I would not purchase again. I put one on and all the seams came undone. It was not worth the money. But overall is a great place to purchase clothing.
Steve
TX, United States
2014-09-12
Very nice quality gun belt. Should give many years of good service. You guys rock!
Richard L
WI, United States
2014-09-10
They fit in my other items I have gotten for our Historic Pioneer Village.
Maggie M
2014-09-09
The hat arrived much more quickly than I expected and looked exactly like the photograph. I am very pleased with the quality of workmanship and look forward to wearing it many times. My teenage granddaughters even loved it, so I guess that's saying something.
james w
chesterfield, United Kingdom
2014-09-08
Delighted with the items of victorian clothing will be attending some football matches and horse racing meetings with these outfits and will post photos when available many thanks from England james wilson
Justice C
ND, United States
2014-09-08
I have used Gentlemansemporium.com from time to time and have always found them to be excellent to deal with. My orders have been handled well and always arrive quickly. I have always gotten great comments for any of their items I ware.
Customer Reviews by Shopper Approved

Product Reviews, Week Ending 2014-09-14

forest
albuquerque, nm
Sep 13, 2014
Nice, but oversized
I love the detailing on the tails, it's what really makes the coat. The price is great as well. My major criticism of this coat is that the shoulders are very broad, like an 80's coat. My Hugo Boss 36 fits perfectly, this frock coat in a 36 fits my friend who wears a 42 and even on him, the shoulders extend out a bit, and the line doesn't fall properly. Maybe with a big blousy shirt, vest and suit jacket underneath, this one will fit me. I took it to be altered: $130 to fit the shoulders, whereas the coat itself is $149.
Gwen Gray
Tucumcari, Ne
Sep 13, 2014
Lace Parasol
Perfect for an upcoming event. I love it.
Gwen Gray
Tucumcari, Ne
Sep 13, 2014
Fringe Parasol
Perfect. Love it.
Russell
FL
Sep 13, 2014
Livingston Trousers
I am very satisfied with the brushed cotton trousers. They are made from heavy material and I can find no flaws in their manufacture.
Russell
FL
Sep 13, 2014
Cotton Cravat - Black
Satisfied!
Russell
FL
Sep 13, 2014
Charcoal Y-Back Braces
Very satisfied! Made by Wahmaker.
Russell
FL
Sep 13, 2014
Nevin Vest - Gray
Overall satisfied with the fit and look. One of the buttons need to be sewn on which was a minor problem.
JACK
STATEN ISLAND, NE
Sep 13, 2014
CHEAP
THREE BUTTONS CAME OFF THE VEST BEFORE I COULD TRY IT ON. OTHERWISE IT'S OK.
sherry
Moscow Mills, MO
Sep 12, 2014
skirt
Beautiful color. Love the fit. The only downside is the zipper ssems a bit flimsy.
PAUL RUNGE II
Tacoma, WA
Sep 12, 2014
Sizing wrongness
The problem is the cloths come from a country that has few large sized people. I wear a size 52 so I ordered one size bigger at size 54 and it didn't even fit a 52. There was still about 2 inches left between buttons to close. Had to send back for refund due to there are no sizes bigger.
Jason H
Mission, TX
Sep 12, 2014
Fantastic look!
These boots are so versatile. They can complete your Victorian outfit or round out Jedi attire. Great value. Run a little larger than normal boots but that's ok.
Jason H
Mission, Tx
Sep 12, 2014
Excellent look and fit
You're not going to find this style of shirt at the local mall or Halloween store. Authentic style and look yet very comfortable to wear. Just what I was looking for.
jack
staten island, ne
Sep 12, 2014
Aromatic.
Looks, feels and fits great and the whole room smells like buckskin.
JACK
STATEN ISLAND, NE
Sep 12, 2014
PERFECTO!!
I LOVE THIS HAT. FITS GREAT AND LOOKS BEAUTIFUL.
Myria B
Lakeside, CA
Sep 12, 2014
camisole
I got everything I asked for when I asked for it. The style is what I hoped for and it is comfortable, despite having to wear it with a corset :)
Heather
Durham, NC
Sep 12, 2014
Prettier than the picture
I love the fan I may even get one in another color. It is prettier than the picture. The detail is great!

Sep 12, 2014
Good Product
Product was as described. Been wearing it everyday around the farm and in town and so far everything is holding up strong. It has already handled getting drug across a field by a temperamental horse, so I give it 5 stars for durability, comfort, and that classy look.
Jean-Francois
Marseille, FR
Sep 12, 2014
kimball shirt
Like always perfect transaction , the shirt is very nice and so smooth to wear ! One more time many thanks to historical emporium ! Best regards . Jeff.
Jean-Francois
Marseille, FR
Sep 12, 2014
riley shirt
Very nice making : top quality ! Many thanks to the whole team of historical emporium !Your are the " Best " . With my Best Regards>. Jeff.

Sep 12, 2014
Perfect
This fit perfectly where I wanted it to go
Stefan
Washington, Di
Sep 12, 2014
Love it so much!
Love my tailcoat! I'm 5'7" so normally would've gotten a large, but the service folks told me the shoulders are 20" across and my shoulders are actually 21". So I got the XL and it fits just fine. The "anachronicity" is a plus since, you know, steampunk. Alternate history. Right?
Robin
Jupiter, FL
Sep 12, 2014
Stunning!
Can't wait to see this on my son! He's quite the dapper kid and this is one of his 21st birthday presents. My husband tried it on to make sure it would fit and it was stunning! Great craftsmanship and quality!

Sep 12, 2014
Victorian touring hat
Beautiful well made quality hat, it's exactly what I was looking for. The price was very affordable as well.
Dave
Calgary, Al, CA
Sep 12, 2014
Tophat
this will be more of a conversation piece than item,still glad I have it.
Dave
Calgary, Al, CA
Sep 12, 2014
jacket
Glad to have this item,for either indoors or outdoors

Sep 12, 2014
Nice vest
I love the vest. Just want to mention that the navy stripes look black.

Sep 12, 2014
Wyatt Earp Hat
Very nice hat. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
Clamcake
Tiverton, RI
Sep 12, 2014
The Real Deal
This hat was purchased for a Halloween, western-themed party. The hat is beautifully made and detailed. This is exactly the hat W.F. Call wore in "Lonesome Dove". My husband should win the prize for most authentic costume! Thanks for offering such high-quality goods and for the quick delivery.

Sep 12, 2014
Velvet Jackets
I loved the midnight blue version of this jacket so much I decided to get the burgundy one as well. I would purchase the purple one if only it were available.

Sep 12, 2014
Velvet Jacket
The velvet jacket is lovely and gorgeous. I wish the purple one were available.

Sep 12, 2014
ladies spats
Excellent product.

Sep 12, 2014
Good stuff
Really love the pants. Just want to mention that the navy stripe looks black.
Richard L. Holmes
Manitowoc, WI
Sep 10, 2014
shoes
They are a perfect fit with my outfit. Thank You
Paul
Belleville, Mi
Sep 10, 2014
Callahan Frock Coat - Black
Nice product. Wore it to a wedding along with the Oswald Royal Blue vest and the Black Cherry Satin Puff Tie and received many compliments.
Paul
Belleville, MI
Sep 10, 2014
Satin Puff Tie - Black Cherry
nice quailty
Paul
Belleville, Mi
Sep 10, 2014
Oswald Vest - Royal
nice quality material and workmanship
Auslander
Darmstadt, He, DE
Sep 9, 2014
Classics
I was expecting a day or two of blisters and sore feet, sort of like the break-in period of most new leather shoes/boots - but these shoes surprised me. From day one they were comfy, if a tiny bit stiff, but no foot problems at all. By day 3 of wearing them, they're really starting to limber up. Polish/waterproofing and other leather maintenance will clearly be required but they seem well worth the effort. They look awesome though, even right out of the box. The real deal! For fit - I usually wear a size 10.5 - 11, and have slightly narrow feet. The size 11s I ordered fit perfectly, with a little extra room for some gel inserts. If you have particularly wide feet, you may run into problems and might want to ask for wide size availability.
Crazy bird lady
Fairfax, Ve
Sep 8, 2014
Great top hat!
Surprised my husband with the John Bull top hat and he was delighted. I'm sure he will have fun with this new persona.
Marion Brady
Little Falls, NJ
Sep 8, 2014
regular felt derby
looks wonderful; adds great effect to costume for play set in 1916
Marion Brady
Little Falls, NJ
Sep 8, 2014
charcoal tall derby
looks wonderful; adds great effect to costume for play set in 1916
Marion Brady
Little Falls, NJ
Sep 8, 2014
great crushable bowler
looks wonderful; adds great effect to costume for play set in 1916

Sep 8, 2014
Middle-of-the-road
I thought that the jacket quality was ok but fell short of the steep pricetag
Justice Citizen
Sep 8, 2014
Period Shirts
I ordered this shirt to go with a ringmaster outfit I was making up. It is a nice shirt and I would certainly consider ordering it again.
Justice Citizen
Sep 8, 2014
Top Hats
This top hat is awesome!! I ordered it to be part of a ringmaster outfit, and am well pleased with it. Another great plus is that this hat is American made!!
Constance Nicks
Honolulu, Ha
Sep 8, 2014
Could not ask for more
I bought these for my husband as a "just because" gift. He loves the TV show "Hell on Wheels" and TV shows/ Documentaries that are set in that time period of US history. Not to mention he just loves the way the clothes of the 'good ol days' are fabricated. When he put these trousers on his face lit up and he fell in love. For three days in a row her wore them (and wearing them in the Hawai'i heat really means something). We are having some professional photos done of us in a few weeks and he has chosen to wear them for that event too. Overall we could not be happier. You guys have gained a lifetime customer in us. Mahalo!!!

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